Family Law Attorney - Associate Level

Distro

$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the state bar and in good standing
  • 3-5 years of litigation experience
  • Strong negotiation skills with a successful settlement track record
  • Proficient in legal research, particularly with Westlaw
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with case management capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in various family law cases
  • Conduct in-depth legal research using Westlaw
  • Draft and file essential legal documents
  • Negotiate settlements to advocate for client interests
  • Stay updated on family law regulations
  • Collaborate with managing attorney on complex cases
  • Provide insightful guidance on family law matters
  • Litigate in court as required

Benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off
Full Job Description
Position: Family Law Attorney - Associate Level

Company: Gibson Family Law, PLLC

Location: Doylestown, PA 18901

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Number of Positions: 1

Benefits:
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off

Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Family Law Attorney with 3-5 years of courtroom or litigation experience; family law experience is preferred but not required. The role involves negotiating, legal research, drafting documents, and court appearances. Collaboration with the managing attorney and clients is essential.

Key Responsibilities:
• Represent clients in family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and support issues
• Conduct thorough legal research using Westlaw
• Draft and file legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and settlement agreements
• Negotiate settlements advocating for client interests
• Stay current on laws and regulations affecting family law
• Collaborate on complex family law cases
• Provide guidance on divorce, custody, and support matters
• Litigate in court as needed
• Maintain strong client communication and support throughout legal processes

Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing
• 3-5 years of litigation experience
• Strong negotiation skills with a record of successful settlements
• Proficient in legal research and writing, familiar with Westlaw
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases with attention to detail
• Ethical commitment to client service and legal practice

Work Environment:
• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
• In-person position in Doylestown, PA

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$80,000 - $95,000 a year

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